14 Mar 1913
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Newspaper
Lovington Leader
Location
Lovington, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1913
Page
1
A partial historical fragment discusses taxation figures and county assessors. It references a proposed bill and concerns about liberal creation for work, mentioning 940,000 in renewed funds and county contexts. The legible parts hint at fiscal debate without clear actions or outcomes.
The speaker argues over whether county officers should be paid adequate salaries or rely on taxpayer contributions. He recalls promises made during constitutional debates that salary reform would save money compared to the old fee system, but fears the bill may disappoint the public by not reducing government costs.
Notice discusses proposed salaries for county officers in first place counties and third class counties. It argues deputies perform much work, earns 1200 to 2000 dollars, and claims net sums to treasurer and sheriff are unfair. The author urges a net county salary system with proportional compensation.
A fragmented report notes ongoing rain in the region, affecting cattlemen and sheep herders. Farmers hope for relief as rainfall lingers, with prospects for crops and pasture improving after a dry spell. Local observers mention Ryland and general conditions as key factors.
A church near Sun ted early this week will install new chairs and complete a building with seating for 200. The elevated site gives prominence and enhances town appearance. The pastor and church members are commended for faithful labor in building the new church.
Plainview notes Dr. Wallace returned from Texas in poor health and remains confined to his bed. A steady rain Tuesday brings relief to farmers who smile at the wet spell. C. G. Wiggins and E. B. Green to McDonald Monday on.
Department of the Interior U S Land Office at Roswell New Mexico issues notice regarding a Mary E Pruit Pear M M of New Mexico with field entry No 011315 for a described land parcel in section 14 township 35 range N M final filing details incomplete. The notice references a 2E half SE quarter and related identifiers, indicating a land claim process and final fiss es ie lh alin a1 details.
Elitor Lancaster and wife of Mc Donald were sisters in town this week. La Grippe has been going the rounds of the country, but no serious cases so far. The notice lists 100 Lbs Guaranteed Flour 35 Corn Meal 100 Corn 100 Corn Chops 15 Sugar 10 Cottolene 10 Compound Lard 10 Cans Corn 10 Tommes Irish Potatoes per pound Large Bucket Honey Syrup Sorghum 3 Gallons Coal Oj A Full line Fresh Garden Seeds and invites customers to tell friends or speak up if goods please or not.
Notice for publication from the U S Land Office at Roswell dated March 3 1913. The notice concerns land description details including sections range and township and references lands in 22 1908 and other identifiers. The fragmented text lists rates or values and indicates a filing action related to public land records.
Partial OCR text discusses Gray Likes The Auto School and tuition costs, mentioning a ranch visit and a week not passing. The readability is limited, with unclear context and missing details about events, dates, or outcomes.
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